Used in medical contexts to denote a nonabsorbable suture or material.
Definitions
A material, especially a surgical suture, that is not absorbed by the body. Before closing the incision, the surgeon selected a nonabsorbable to ensure long-term wound support.
Synonyms
inert suture
permanent implant
non-degradable material
non-biodegradable material
nonresorbable material
nonresorbable suture
permanent suture
non-absorbable suture